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In an increasingly interconnected world, equipping our youngest learners with the gift of a second language isn’t just an advantage – it’s a necessity. But for too long, elementary language instruction has felt like a puzzle, with fragmented approaches and a struggle to keep children engaged. Enter Little Sponges, a groundbreaking PreK-5 language learning platform…

In the world of early childhood and elementary language acquisition, “participation” is often used as a metric for success. But as educators and administrators, we know that participation isn’t the same as mastery. When looking at Title III requirements, the focus shifts toward evidence-based results and the ability to close learning gaps effectively. The Little…

For a first-grade teacher, “tech time” can quickly turn into “troubleshooting time” if you’re stuck typing in 25 different passwords for 25 different six-year-olds. Mandy Carney, a veteran educator at Uplift Summit, has mastered the art of the seamless digital transition. By using ClassLink Quick Cards, she’s turned a potentially chaotic start to the day…

Welcome to Little Sponges!  This implementation guide will provide you with essential information on how to navigate and utilize our program effectively. In this guide, we’ll cover the basics, including how to access different resources within our program, and we’ll also provide some troubleshooting guidance. Let’s get started! 1. ClassLink QuickCards for Teachers ClassLink QuickCards…

In the critical years of Pre-K through 5th grade, language acquisition isn’t just another subject – it’s the foundation for all future academic success. For educators working with Emergent Bilingual (EB) students, the challenge has always been finding a way to make language instruction both rigorous enough to meet state standards and engaging enough to…

As parents, we marvel at every milestone our children reach. From their first steps to their first words, each achievement fills us with pride. But beyond the joy of hearing “mama” or “dada,” there’s a profound importance to early language development that significantly impacts a child’s future success. And at the heart of this development?…